She Pointed Out Kasab in Court | Untold Horror of 26/11 Mumbai CST Attack | Ft. Devika Rotawan |

In this powerful and deeply emotional episode, Mantra sits down with Devika Rotawan — the youngest survivor and one of the most crucial eyewitnesses of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack. At just 9 years old, she was shot at CST station and later became the youngest person to testify against Ajmal Kasab. Today, she shares her story with raw honesty, courage, and a strength that defines what true survival looks like.From the chaos inside CST station to the silence of hospital corridors, from the courtroom battle to the years of trauma that followed — Devika opens up about experiences most adults wouldn’t have the strength to relive. This episode goes beyond the headlines, capturing the human cost of terror through the eyes of a child who grew up too soon.Devika also reveals the lesser-known side of being a survivor — the lack of support, judgment from society, and the long-awaited government compensation. Toward the end, she shares her thoughts on other terror attacks like Pahalgam and Operation Sindoor, reminding us why “don’t forgive, don’t forget” still stands true.This episode is not just an interview, it’s a reminder of resilience, justice, and the stories we must continue to remember.00:00 - 01:04 - Highlight of the episode01:04 - 01:58 - Mantra’s monologue on 26/1101:58 - 06:15 — How terrorists entered CST & the situation that night06:15 - 09:30 — What Devika’s day was like before the attack09:30 - 10:36 — How other people at CST, TC, and police helped10:36 - 11:40 — What happened after the firing stopped & how police rescued everyone at the station 11:40 - 12:25 — Situation at St. George hospital and doctors performing emergency operations12:25 - 14:12 — Finding out Ajmal Kasab was arrested14:12 - 14:51 — How police & doctors handled the crisis14:51 - 15:45 — Devika’s perspective as a child & grownup15:45 - 19:47 — Court testimony, police questioning & hesitation19:47 - 21:58 — Devika’s testimony against Kasab21:58 - 24:55 — Devika’s reaction on seeing Kasab in court24:55 - 26:49 — Impact on Devika’s family26:49 - 28:28 — Lack of family support28:28 - 28:59 — School life & lack of support from schools28:59 - 33:34 — Trauma counselling & help received33:34 - 35:28 — Survivor’s experience and societal embarrassment35:28 - 35:51 — “Don’t Forgive, Don’t Forget”35:51 - 38:00 — Delay in government compensation38:00 onwards — Reflections on other attacks like Pahelgham and Operation Sindoor