Singh expressed her sadness over feeling unsafe in her own city, stating, “I should be allowed to go into London and feel safe. You know, I live here, it’s my place.”

However, she admitted she chose not to take her son into the city, explaining, “The fact that you think, ‘oh, it’s not safe for my little brown boy to be in London’ is a sad thing. But there you go, pragmatic.”

 

Ranvir Singh, a well-known presenter on Good Morning Britain, recently found herself at the center of a heated debate after discussing the Unite the Kingdom march, a far-right rally held in central London. During the Monday broadcast, Singh revealed that the scale and tone of the demonstration made her reconsider her weekend plans, particularly regarding the safety of her young son.

Her remarks sparked a wave of reactions, with some viewers urging her to resign from the show, while others praised her honesty and courage in addressing a sensitive topic. Singh’s experience underscores the challenges public figures face when discussing politically charged events.

In an effort to highlight the importance of open conversation, Singh recounted a chance encounter at her local station before the protest. While waiting for coffee, she spoke with a friendly white man who was heading to the Tommy Robinson-led march. He shared his curiosity about the nature of the protest and his concerns about his brother’s far-right views.

Singh acknowledged her discomfort with anyone supporting Robinson but emphasized the value of engaging in dialogue despite differing opinions. “Feeling the pinch and still having a conversation with someone” is crucial, she said, to bridge divides and understand the frustrations fueling such movements.

The march itself was marked by significant disorder, with the Metropolitan Police reporting at least 25 arrests and 26 officers injured, four seriously. The event drew an estimated 110,000 to 150,000 participants, making it one of the largest far-right rallies in recent UK history.

 

Following her on-air comments, Singh revealed that she received a mixed response from the public. Approximately half of the feedback was hostile, with some viewers demanding her resignation from Good Morning Britain. The other half, however, expressed gratitude for her candidness and the way she articulated the feelings of many who are caught in the middle of the political spectrum.

Singh shared a particularly poignant message from a viewer named Wendy, who represented the silent majority. Wendy and her husband attended the march not out of allegiance to Tommy Robinson but because they were dissatisfied with the current state of the country. They clarified that they were not racists or far-right extremists but ordinary citizens concerned about immigration and national direction.

This message resonated with Singh, who said it encapsulated the conversation she wanted to have on the show. She acknowledged the difficulty of speaking out on controversial subjects but affirmed the importance of doing so when many people reach out to share their perspectives.

The Unite the Kingdom march has reignited debates about nationalism, immigration, and the rise of far-right sentiments in the UK. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer condemned the use of the Union flag during the rally, describing it as a symbol of “violence, fear and division.” The event has exposed deep societal fractures and the urgent need for constructive dialogue.

Singh’s experience reflects the broader challenges faced by media personalities who navigate the fine line between reporting and personal expression. Her willingness to speak openly about her concerns and the backlash she endured highlight the polarized nature of contemporary political discourse.