Upset over Rahul 'snub', Tharoor skips poll meet with Cong brass, goes for lit fest instead

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor missed a crucial Kerala leadership meeting, reportedly due to a perceived snub from Rahul Gandhi. While the party strategizes for the 2026 state polls and mends ties with allies, Tharoor's absence fuels speculation about his standing. Party leaders deny any internal discord, emphasizing unity for upcoming elections.