RBI refutes reports of Rs 88,032 crore worth of missing Rs 500 bank notes



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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has officially denied reports suggesting that Rs 88,032.5 crore worth of Rs 500 banknotes are missing. These rumours stemmed from an RTI query where the RBI's received quantity appeared lower than the printed amount. However, the RBI has clarified that the discrepancy is due to notes still being in transit and will be received shortly. The central bank assured the public that all currency is accounted for through robust monitoring systems.

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Sunday refuted reports that Rs 88,032.5 crore worth of Rs 500 notes have gone missing. The RBI said that all the banknotes supplied from printing presses to the central bank are properly accounted for. The reports of missing notes were based on an RTI query file
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FAQ :

No, the Reserve Bank of India has refuted reports alleging that Rs 88,032.5 crore worth of Rs 500 notes are missing.

The reports were based on an erroneous interpretation of information from an RTI query, which showed a difference between the number of Rs 500 notes printed and those received by the RBI.

The RBI has clarified that the notes in question are not missing but are still in transit from the printing presses and will be received by the RBI in due course.

Yes, the RBI stated that robust systems are in place for monitoring the production, storage, and distribution of banknotes, ensuring they are properly accounted for.

No, the RBI has assured the public that all banknotes are properly accounted for and there is no need for concern.




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