Although the Faqir continued to lead further attacks against the British, the siege of Malakand marked the height of his power and influence, which declined as the British made agreements with other local tribes and rulers to counter him.
The Faqir continued to spearhead further attacks on the British, but the siege of Malakand marked the pinnacle of his dominance and influence, which subsequently diminished as the British forged pacts with other regional powers to neutralize him.