Is RBI Replacing Paper Notes With Plastic Currency by June 30? PIB Fact Check Debunks Fake Claim

The Government of India has debunked viral social media claims that the RBI will withdraw paper currency notes and replace them with plastic notes by June 30, 2026. PIB Fact Check called the claim 'Fake' and clarified that the central bank has issued no such directive. Authorities have urged citizens to verify information through official RBI and government channels before sharing it.