RBI to Issue New Rs 20 Notes with Governor Sanjay Malhotra's Signature
Aspect | Details |
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Event | RBI to issue new Rs 20 banknotes with Governor Sanjay Malhotra's signature |
Series | Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series |
Design | Unchanged; retains greenish-yellow colour, size (63 mm × 129 mm), and Ellora Caves motif |
Security Features | Watermark, latent image, micro-lettering, colour-shifting ink |
Validity of Old Notes | All previously issued Rs 20 notes remain legal tender |
Objective | Reflect change in RBI leadership, standardize currency issuance, maintain public confidence |
Background | Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series introduced in 2016 with enhanced security features |
Significance | Ensures transparency, continuity, and seamless currency circulation |