Members of Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh UK in Queensbury marked UK Parliament Week 2025 with three age-group debates, joined by local councillors from the London Borough of Harrow.

On 28th November 2025, the Satya, Jijabai, and Arjun Branches of Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh (UK) in Queensbury marked UK Parliament Week. To celebrate, they ran a series of debates and discussions for members of all ages. The aim was simple: to introduce everyone, young and old, to civic participation and democratic debate.

Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh UK Welcomes Local Councillors

Councillor Nitesh Hirani (Kenton East ward) and Councillor Govind Bharadia (Centenary ward) attended the event. Both represent the London Borough of Harrow. As a result, the occasion showed the growing connection between local Hindu community organisations and elected representatives during UK Parliament Week. It also gave younger participants a chance to meet local democracy in action.

Youngest Members Brainstorm Community Improvements

The branches’ youngest members are of primary school age. During the event, they brainstormed ideas for a community petition. For example, their suggestions included more litter bins and a ban on littering and spitting in public spaces. Overall, these practical, locally-focused ideas reflect the values of civic responsibility that Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh (UK) encourages from an early age.

Secondary School Members Debate Social Media Restrictions

Meanwhile, members aged roughly 11 to 16 debated whether the UK should ban social media for under-15s. This topic closely mirrors ongoing national conversations about children’s online safety and wellbeing.

Young Adults Debate Mandatory Military Training

Finally, members aged 16 to 30 tackled the day’s toughest topic: should the UK make military training compulsory for 16 to 21 year-olds? Throughout the debate, participants weighed up national service, personal discipline, and civic duty. Although these themes resonate in British public discourse, they also reflect values that Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh (UK) branches have long encouraged.