Verdict: Claim completely Fake; RBI has made no such announcement

If you have also received a picture or video of a yellow-colored new ₹1,000 currency note on WhatsApp, Instagram, or X (formerly Twitter), be alert immediately. Over the past few days, a claim has been going viral on social media alleging that the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued a new ₹1,000 note or is preparing to introduce it into the market soon. The spread of this message has caused significant confusion among the general public. However, the Central Government's official fact-checking agency, 'PIB Fact Check', has investigated this claim and revealed the truth.

Truth Behind the Viral Claim: Major Disclosure by PIB Fact Check

The Fact Check Unit of the Press Information Bureau (PIB) has completely refuted this claim circulating on social media, terming it entirely fake and fabricated.

Viral Claim: A new yellow-colored ₹1,000 note is being issued by the RBI.

Reality: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has made no announcement regarding the issuance of a new ₹1,000 note. The viral images and videos are completely edited.

Which Currency Notes Are Currently Legal Tender in India?

Under the RBI's 'Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series', only notes of the following denominations are currently legally valid and in circulation across the country:

Valid Currency Notes in Circulation: ₹10, ₹20, ₹50, ₹100, ₹200, and ₹500 notes.

Public Advisory: Avoid Rumors and File Complaints Here

The government and PIB have appealed to citizens not to rely on unverified news or viral posts related to financial matters and to refrain from forwarding them to others. Any government or banking policy should only be verified through the official RBI website.

Where to Report Fake News?

If you receive any suspicious message, photo, or video related to the Central Government or RBI on social media, you can directly contact PIB Fact Check to verify its authenticity or submit a complaint:

WhatsApp Number: +91 8799711259

Email ID: [email protected]