Shah sent another force to attack with Maheshwar Panta but they were badly defeated. For preparation, the king obtained new weapons from Banaras, increased military strength, and made Kalu Pande his chief minister who helped him with planning.
Shah launched another assault with Maheshwar Panta but they were decisively defeated. To fortify himself, the king procured fresh arms from Banaras, bolstered his military might, and appointed Kalu Pande as his chief strategist who helped him devise plans.