"I strongly condemn the outrageous attacks in Mumbai," Obama said, according to a press release by Office of the Press Secretary.
"India is a close friend and partner of the United States. The American people will stand with the Indian people in times of trial, and we will offer support to India's efforts to bring the perpetrators of these terrible crimes to justice," he added.
"During my trip to Mumbai, I saw firsthand the strength and resilience of the Indian people, and I have no doubt that the India will overcome these deplorable terrorist attacks," Obama said.
The Home Minister P Chidambaram issued this statement on the terror attacks in Mumbai.
"Three bomb blasts have taken place in Mumbai. After speaking to the Chief Minister, we are able to confirm 10 deaths. 54 people have been taken to hospital with injuries. The number of injuries could be higher, the death toll could also rise.
The blasts occurred at about 6.45 pm within minute of each other. Therefore, this was a coordinated attack by terrorists. The Mumbai Police, medical services and fire services have been on the scene since about 7.15 pm.
The National Security Guard (NSG) which has a hub in Mumbai is standing by. One CSFL team in Delhi and one CSFL team in Hyderabad are being rushed to Mumbai by special aircraft.
Apart from the three blasts, there is no information of any other blast. The entire city of Mumbai is on high alert."Congress President Sonia Gandhi today condemned the dastardly act of terror in Mumbai and said such acts of cowardice would be dealt with appropriately.
The Congress President condemns the dastardly act of terror in Mumbai and has expressed sympathy with the affected families, she said in a message.
"Such acts of cowardice would be dealt with appropriately," she said.
Gandhi appealed all to remain vigilant and united against these elements.
The probe into the synchronised blasts which rocked south and central Mumbai today may hit a stumbling block as heavy rains lashed the area, triggering fears that crucial evidence may be lost before being collected by the forensic experts.
Forensic experts of Maharashtra and from Central Forensic Laboratory Delhi have reached here and were working to locate the vital clues of these blasts when the downpour started.
"It may not have much effect but some evidence may be washed away," a police officer said.
Anti-Terror Squad of Mumbai police armed with sophisticated gadgets and sniffer dogs swamped the area and sleuths were trying to ensure that no damage be done to forensic evidence including blood and explosive samples.
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