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RBI signals polymer banknotes could arrive next financial year

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Banknotes accompanying a report about a possible RBI polymer-currency rollout

Jansatta reports that the Reserve Bank of India is preparing to introduce polymer banknotes, with a possible rollout in the next financial year. The supplied account does not include the underlying RBI statement or operational details. Primary records are needed to confirm the timetable, denominations, production plan and how any new notes would circulate alongside existing paper currency.

Why it matters

The decision concerns the exercise and oversight of public power. Its practical impact will depend on transparent implementation, institutional follow-through and whether affected people can obtain timely reasons, review or remedy.

Evidence assessment

The account is based on reporting by Jansatta (Hindi). Official claims, allegations and projections remain attributed; underlying records were not independently reviewed unless a linked report states otherwise.

Medium confidence — The event, institution and timing are identified across 1 distinct source desk, but important details still rely on a single account.

Coverage assessment

Unknown across 1 source desk.

Available reporting comes from 1 distinct source desk.