2000 Rupee Note: In a significant announcement, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has declared that the 2000 Rupees Note will be withdrawn from circulation. Citizens are required to deposit these notes in banks by September 30, 2023.
Finance Secretary TV Somanathan highlighted that the usage of Rs 2000 notes has decreased due to the rise in digital transactions. Although it was introduced in 2016 when it was widely used, its popularity has diminished over time. Considering the growing prevalence of electronic transactions, the need for carrying high denomination notes has diminished, he stated.
The introduction of the 2000 Rupees Note followed the demonetization move in 2016. The reasons behind its withdrawal include counterfeit currency, damaged notes, and reduced usage.
As per the RBI, account holders can exchange their Rs 2000 notes through the Business Correspondent Center with a daily limit of Rs 4000. However, having a bank account is necessary for this facility. On the other hand, individuals can exchange the 2000 rupee note at any bank branch without the requirement of a bank account.
The Reserve Bank has further mentioned that any citizen can exchange Rs 2000 notes at any bank up to a maximum limit of Rs 20,000 per transaction. It is not mandatory to have a bank account for this exchange. The note exchange process will be free of charge, and individuals will not be required to pay any fees.
At a time 10 notes of 2000 can be changed in the bank
According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), starting from May 23, 2023, individuals can convert up to 10 notes of Rs 2000 into other denominations, totaling up to Rs 20,000, at any bank. The RBI has stated that anyone can exchange Rs 2,000 notes up to a maximum amount of Rs 20,000 at one time. This exchange facility will be available at banks starting from May 23. Additionally, the RBI has instructed all banks to provide the option to deposit or exchange 2000 rupee notes until September 30, 2023.
What to Do with 2000 Rupee Notes?
Individuals in possession of Rs 2,000 notes can deposit them in their bank accounts or exchange them for other denominations at any bank branch. The deposit process can be carried out in the usual manner without any restrictions.
What will happen if Rs 2000 note is found to be fake?
In the event that a counterfeit note is identified during the exchange process, the bank will confiscate the note and mark it as counterfeit. Each confiscated note will be documented in a separate register for authentication purposes. Counterfeit notes will not be returned to the customer under any circumstances, and no amount will be given in exchange for them.