State in the recent treaty.[1] This policy, held in
reserve at that time, was now put in practice.
Adil Shah was informed by the Prince, "At Mir
Jumla's wicked advice I had attacked your
kingdom as well as Golkonda. Guard your
people well. Let there be peace and happiness.
Remain loyal and keep your promises....! agree that (1) the fort of Parenda and
Large concessions promised to Adil Shah in return for his friendship.
its dependent territory, the
Konkan, and the mahal of Wangi,
which have been annexed to the
empire, together with that
portion of the Karnatak which had been granted
to the late Adil Shah,—should be left to you as
before, and (2) out of your promised indemnity
of one krore of rupees, thirty lakhs are remitted.
Protect this country; improve its administration. Expel Shiva who has sneaked into possession of some forts of the land. If you wish to entertain his services, give him Jagirs in the Karnatak, far from the Imperial dominions, so that he may not disturb them. Send the reduced indemnity. Be loyal, and you will be amply rewarded.—I am going to Hindustan with my army. Now is the time to show your loyalty and friendliness. The late Adil Shah had promised to send a contingent to me, should an
- ↑ Adah, 202a and b.
