June 17, 2023

Clarification on Banknote

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has come across reports circulating in certain sections of the media alleging missing of banknotes printed by banknote printing presses. The RBI emphasizes that these reports are not correct.

These reports are based on erroneous interpretation of information collected under the Right to Information Act, 2005 from the printing presses. It may be noted that all banknotes supplied from printing presses to RBI are properly accounted for. It is further informed that there are robust systems in place for reconciliation of banknotes printed at the presses and supplied to RBI which include protocols to monitor production, storage and distribution of banknotes.

Members of the public are, therefore, requested to rely on the information published by RBI from time to time in such matters.

(Yogesh Dayal)     
Chief General Manager

Press Release: 2023-2024/428