Our Moon Has Blood Clots by Rahul Pandita (Hardcover)

“Our Moon Has Blood Clots: The Exodus of the Kashmiri Pandits” is a memoir written by Indian journalist and author Rahul Pandita. The book, published in 2013, tells the personal and deeply moving story of the forced exodus of the Kashmiri Pandit community from their homeland in the Kashmir Valley in the late 1980s and early 1990s due to insurgency and communal violence.

The book takes readers through the author’s own experiences and memories as a young boy growing up in Kashmir, and it documents the tragic events that led to the displacement of hundreds of thousands of Kashmiri Pandits. It is a poignant and heart-wrenching account of the loss, suffering, and displacement endured by the community during this period.

Through “Our Moon Has Blood Clots,” Rahul Pandita not only narrates the personal stories of his family and fellow Kashmiri Pandits but also sheds light on the larger socio-political context in which these events unfolded. The book explores the complex and sensitive issues of identity, religion, and the sense of belonging.

Rahul Pandita’s writing is both evocative and deeply empathetic, making the book a powerful narrative that has helped raise awareness about the plight of the Kashmiri Pandit community. “Our Moon Has Blood Clots” has received critical acclaim for its honest and moving portrayal of a tragic chapter in Indian history and the human resilience in the face of adversity. It serves as an important testament to the resilience and courage of a community that faced immense challenges and upheaval.