When she met Akrura she said, "I am very afraid for the safety of my sons. I feel like a poor animal living in the midst of lions. The sons of Dhritarashtra, the Kauravas, are very envious of my sons, the Pandavas, as my sons are very strong and expert warriors.
My sons always think of the welfare of the people and so they are very much loved by the people. But the Kauravas are angry at them, so they have even tried to poison them!"
Kunti continued, "I always think of my dearest nephew, Krishna, who is the only one who can save us from this dangerous situation."
So saying and feeling very distressed at her condition, Kunti began to cry. Vidura and Akrura then calmed her, saying, "Your sons are not ordinary people but brave and honest warriors. So no harm will come to them. The Lord will surely bless them with His protection."
Feeling very worried about the dangers that he heard of, Akrura then visited king Dhritarashtra and said, "The Pandavas are now in your care. Please treat them properly, or you will have to face the anger of your people and God Himself.
Do not be unfair to them and show favour only to your own sons. The Pandavas are also like your own sons, as they are now in your care after the death of their father. You should give them protection rather than plot their death."
Hearing the advice of Akrura, Dhritarashtra replied, "You are very kind to give me such advice, Akrura, but unfortunately I am not able to follow it, as I am too fond of my own children."
Akrura returned to Mathura soon after this and told Krishna and Balarama about Dhritarashtra's plan.