RBI Issues Urgent Directive on 2000 Rupee Notes: 98.42% Returned, Deposit Soon!

• RBI announces 98.42% of 2000 Rupee notes have returned to the banking system.
• Only 5,609 crore rupees worth of 2000 Rupee notes remain in circulation as of January 31, 2026.
• Withdrawal of 2000 Rupee notes was announced on May 19, 2023, with exchange facilities at RBI branches.
• Public can send 2000 Rupee notes to RBI offices via banks and post offices for direct credit to accounts.
• RBI advises citizens still holding 2000 Rupee notes to deposit them soon to avoid future transaction difficulties.