Are our politicians prepared to handle this? Why are all of them making their way to Bombay? Do they have what it takes to unite an anxious country? Do they know what it means to be Indian? I hope they do.
I think the Indian Army, Navy, RAF, Marine commandos, Bombay police and all other security forces are doing a fantastic job. It takes a lot of courage to put your life on the line for your job. Earlier today, it was worrying watching the police walking around with bulletproof vests and morning walkers standing right outside the Taj watching the situation unfold. Another matter of concern was the fact that the CM of Maharashtra didn't seem to comprehend how dangerous things were. He made a statement that everything was under control. It wasn't then and it still isn't, but security forces are surrounding the buildings.
There has been some talk about negotiations, but I think they are just having talks. They should just take the terrorists down.
Heard from Shalu earlier. She and Arch and their families are safe. Arch lives next door to the Taj.