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RBI to Issue New Rs 20 Notes with Governor Sanjay Malhotra's Signature

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RBI to Issue New Rs 20 Notes with Governor Sanjay Malhotra's Signature

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EventRBI to issue new Rs 20 banknotes with Governor Sanjay Malhotra's signature
SeriesMahatma Gandhi (New) Series
DesignUnchanged; retains greenish-yellow colour, size (63 mm × 129 mm), and Ellora Caves motif
Security FeaturesWatermark, latent image, micro-lettering, colour-shifting ink
Validity of Old NotesAll previously issued Rs 20 notes remain legal tender
ObjectiveReflect change in RBI leadership, standardize currency issuance, maintain public confidence
BackgroundMahatma Gandhi (New) Series introduced in 2016 with enhanced security features
SignificanceEnsures transparency, continuity, and seamless currency circulation

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