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Shashi Tharoor Says He Has ‘Differences of Opinion’ with some in Congress Leadership

On June 19, 2025, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor addressed the media in Thiruvananthapuram amid voting for the Nilambur by-election underway that day.
Tharoor did not campaign for Nilambur since the party leadership did not invite him, a practice also seen in previous by-elections such as Wayanad in 2024.
He acknowledged having differences of opinion with some party leaders but declined to discuss them due to the ongoing bypoll and emphasized his commitment to Congress values and workers.
Tharoor explained that he does not participate in campaigns where he is not invited, while affirming his continued support and goodwill towards Congress and its members, and expressed his hope that their efforts will lead to a deserving victory.
The MP recently led a government delegation abroad for Operation Sindoor and defended focusing on India's national interest rather than party politics, suggesting his differences are internal and may be addressed post-bypoll.

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