‘Didn’t mean to ignore pain of terror’: Cong’s Pitroda on pro-Pak remark; what he said

Sam Pitroda clarified his remarks about feeling “at home” in Pakistan, emphasizing shared history and people-to-people bonds, not minimizing terrorism. His statement sparked controversy, drawing sharp reactions from BJP leaders who criticized his proximity to Pakistan, especially after the Pahalgam terror attack. Pitroda, a longtime aide of the Gandhi family, has a history of controversial statements.