History of Aurangzib, Based on Original Sources v5.c81.s4.15

v5.c81.s4.15

But here the Mughal success ended. The situation in the Deccan had now become so serious that the Emperor could not spare any troops for a decisive campaign in Rajputana. Moreover, with the growing youth of his captive grand-daughter, his anxiety to get her back increased. The negotiations for this purpose which had failed in 1692 were renewed in 1694, but this time they were entrusted to the able and wise Shujaet Khan, and though protracted through the Emperor's niggardliness they bore fruit in 1696.*