'If we have to restrict and fight terrorism, first and foremost, we have to ensure communal harmony in the country.'
The man who displayed exemplary presence of mind on that horrific night two years ago was clearly happy he had the presence of mind on Saturday to get a memento of his meeting with President Obama.
When railway announcer Bablu Kumar Deepak was finally acknowledged for his act of bravery, it was too little, too late.
"I remember the evil grin on Kasab's face. Armed with an assault rifle, he was walking towards the suburban platform," he said.