An exodus of Rohingya refugees to Bangladesh occurred a decade ago, leading to significant challenges in documenting personal information.
In response to the crisis, the United Nations adopted a practice of registering many of the refugees' birthdays as January 1. This standardization reflects the loss of individual identity among the displaced population.
The choice of January 1 symbolizes the broader struggle of the Rohingya community to maintain their cultural heritage and personal histories amidst ongoing adversity.