India, June 19 -- Shashi Tharoor of the Congress on Thursday acknowledged having differences with certain members of the party leadership but said he would refrain from discussing them publicly due to the bypoll in Nilambur constituency.

Speaking to reporters, Shashi Tharoor emphasised his deep commitment to the Congress, its principles, and its workers. He added that he has worked alongside party workers for 16 years and regards them as close friends and brothers, news agency PTI reported.

"However, I do have differences of opinion with some in the Congress leadership. You know what I am talking about, as some of those issues are there in the public domain and have been reported by you (media)," PTI quoted Tharoor as saying.

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