January 19 marks the exodus/displacement day of Kashmiri Hindus from the valley. The Hindus of Kashmir valley started leaving Kashmir on this day in 1990 because their blood was sought by Islamic fanatics. Around four lakh Kashmiri Pandits took a hard decision of leaving their ancestral homeland in order not to get slain. They left with the hope that they will return soon as the situation becomes normal in the valley. 25 long winters have passed since then. There has not been any return.

Faith and nationality were the fundamental reasons which led to the tragic exodus of Kashmiri Pandits from the valley - faith in Hindu religion and nationality of India. More than 700 Pandits have been killed till date. Gruesome rapes and murders have been committed against Pandit women. The Indian state failed to protect them.