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RSS media head Sunil Ambedkar, speaking at a press briefing in London on Friday, said differing views were a normal part of democracy and that the organisation was willing to engage with those who wanted a dialogue.

“We are here for peace, integration, and oneness, and we are open to dialogue with everyone,” Ambedkar said.

His remarks came as Bhagwat, who is on a three-nation tour, prepares to address a gathering in the UK as part of the RSS’s centenary outreach programme.

RSS says it is open to dialogue

Responding to questions about protests and criticism surrounding Bhagwat’s overseas visits, Ambedkar said the RSS expected people to express different views.

“We expect a debate and exchange of thoughts. We’re open to the dialogue. Let them speak,” he said.

Ambedkar added that the organisation wanted to communicate its views and worldview and had “nothing to hide”.

The comments came after Bhagwat’s earlier visit to the United States also faced criticism and protests.

UK groups urge opposition to Bhagwat event

Around 20 civil society organisations have written to London Mayor Sadiq Khan and other authorities, urging them to oppose or boycott events associated with Bhagwat’s UK visit.

The groups have criticised the RSS and raised concerns about its influence among the Indian diaspora in Britain.

In a letter reported by The Independent, the organisations described Bhagwat’s visit as part of a public outreach effort supported by RSS allies in the UK.

They also urged Khan to condemn the visit, citing concerns over alleged hate speech and polarisation.

RSS rejects concerns, says debate is normal

Ambedkar said criticism from different sections of society should not be viewed as unusual in a democracy.

He also referred to reactions following New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s reported stance on Bhagwat’s earlier US visit, saying people from different sides had already expressed their views.

“We are very much open, there’s nothing to hide,” Ambedkar said.

He maintained that the RSS would engage with those willing to have a conversation.

Bhagwat’s three-nation outreach

Bhagwat’s UK visit is part of an international outreach programme linked to the RSS centenary.

He previously visited the United States and Canada before travelling to the UK.

His overseas engagements have drawn both support and opposition, with some Hindu organisations and other groups backing his appearances while civil society groups have raised objections.

The RSS’s latest comments underline its stated willingness to engage with critics even as opposition to Bhagwat’s UK programme continues.