India, Sept. 19 -- Senior Congress leader and Indian Overseas Congress chief Sam Pitroda has issued a clarification after triggering a political row with his statement that he felt "at home" in neighbouring countries, including Pakistan.

Pitroda said his comment was only intended to emphasize the "shared history and people-to-people bond in the Indian subcontinent," and not to overlook the "pain, conflict, or grave challenges" posed by terrorism and geopolitical tensions.

"My intention has always been to call attention to the realities we face: concerns about the electoral process, the importance of civil society and youth, and India's role-both in its neighborhood and globally," he posted on X.

"If my words have caused confusion or hu...