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RBI: Value of Rs2000 banknotes in circulation drops to Rs7961cr, 97.76% returned

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Last updated: 2024/05/02 at 7:23 PM
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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has recently provided an update on the withdrawal of Rs 2000 denomination banknotes from circulation. According to the RBI’s press release, the total value of Rs 2000 banknotes in circulation has declined significantly from Rs 3.56 lakh crore on May 19, 2023, to Rs 7961 crore on April 30, 2024. This means that 97.76 per cent of the Rs 2000 banknotes in circulation as of May 19, 2023, have been returned.

The withdrawal of Rs 2000 banknotes was initially announced on May 19, 2023, through a press release, and the progress of this process is regularly updated by the central bank. As of the latest update on April 1, the facility for deposit and/or exchange of Rs 2000 banknotes was available at all bank branches in the country until October 7, 2023. Subsequently, the facility for exchanging these banknotes has been available at the 19 Issue Offices of the Reserve Bank (RBI Issue Offices) since May 19, 2023.

Starting from October 9, 2023, these RBI Issue Offices also began accepting Rs 2000 banknotes from individuals and entities for deposit into their bank accounts. In addition to this, members of the public have been able to send Rs 2000 banknotes through India Post from any post office in the country to any RBI Issue Office for crediting the amount to their bank accounts. It is important to note that despite the withdrawal process, Rs 2000 banknotes are still considered legal tender.

Overall, the initiative to withdraw Rs 2000 banknotes from circulation aims to control currency circulation and curb illegal activities such as hoarding black money. The decline in the total value of Rs 2000 banknotes in circulation indicates that the RBI’s efforts to withdraw these high-denomination notes have been largely successful. With almost 98 per cent of the Rs 2000 banknotes returned to the banking system, it demonstrates a high level of compliance from the public with the withdrawal process.

Moving forward, individuals and entities are advised to exchange or deposit any remaining Rs 2000 banknotes they may have in their possession before the deadline to avoid any inconvenience. The RBI has made the process convenient by allowing exchanges at bank branches and Issue Offices, as well as through India Post. By complying with the RBI’s guidelines and ensuring that all Rs 2000 banknotes are returned or exchanged, individuals can contribute to the successful implementation of the withdrawal process.

In conclusion, the update on the withdrawal of Rs 2000 banknotes from circulation reflects the progress made by the RBI in reducing the total value of these high-denomination notes in the economy. The continued availability of exchange and deposit facilities at bank branches, RBI Issue Offices, and India Post ensures that individuals have convenient options to comply with the withdrawal process. As the deadline approaches, it is essential for individuals and entities to exchange or deposit any remaining Rs 2000 banknotes to avoid facing any challenges in the future. This initiative by the RBI is a step towards promoting transparency in the financial system and curbing illegal activities related to high-denomination currency notes.

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