On Tuesday, 11th June 2025, Bhai Sahib Prof. Mohinder Singh, Chair of Guru Nanak Nishkam Sewak Jatha (GNNSJ) and an internationally respected advocate for peace and interfaith dialogue, visited the BBC Global News Headquarters at Broadcasting House, London.
Hosted by Assistant Editor Amrit Singh Cheema, Bhai Sahib Ji was welcomed into the heart of one of the world’s largest newsrooms. The visit included a tour of the BBC’s 24-hour rolling news operation and its newly launched ‘News Streaming’ studio, alongside Studio B – home to the BBC’s flagship bulletins on BBC One.
During the visit, Bhai Sahib Ji met with senior editorial staff including BBC Religion Editor, Aleem Maqbool, to discuss the evolving role of media in shaping public understanding, promoting interfaith awareness, and fostering peace in a rapidly changing global landscape. Reflecting on the experience, Bhai Sahib Ji said: “In an age where misinformation, confusion, and polarisation are widespread, the BBC stands as a trusted public institution committed to fair and balanced journalism.
“Its mission to inform with integrity is more important than ever, offering a vital source of clarity for individuals and communities across the world.” A founding member of the European Council of Religious Leaders and President of Religions for Peace UK, Bhai Sahib Ji recently returned from the Vatican, where he presented the Peace Charter for Forgiveness and Reconciliation to His Holiness Pope Leo XIV.
The Charter, first shared with Pope Francis in 2018, calls upon humanity to break cycles of violence and revenge through compassion, forgiveness, and moral courage. Quoting the Charter, Bhai Sahib reminded BBC colleagues: “Forgiveness is an unwavering refusal to let painful experiences destroy us,” emphasising that the work of responsible journalism, like peacebuilding, demands courage, truthfulness, and deep moral conviction.
The BBC’s role in providing trusted news to people of all faiths, backgrounds, and nations, Bhai Sahib said, complements the spirit of Sarbat da Bhalla – the Sikh prayer for the wellbeing of all humanity. Bhai Sahib extended his warm thanks to Amrit Singh Cheema and the BBC News team for their hospitality and praised their commitment to thoughtful and inclusive journalism that serves the common good.
