Gandhi's Photo on Notes: Can it Change? RBI Rules & Authority Revealed

• Technically, Mahatma Gandhi's photo on Indian currency notes can be changed, but neither the Government of India nor RBI currently has such a proposal.
• RBI has the sole right to issue notes as per Section 22 of the RBI Act, 1934, meaning no other entity can independently decide on the image.
• The process for changing note design starts with RBI's 'Central Board', considering security, printing feasibility, costs, and public acceptance.
• Final approval for note design, form, and material must come from the Central Government, as per Section 25 of the RBI Act.
• Despite public demands for other personalities like Rabindranath Tagore or APJ Abdul Kalam, the 'Gandhi Series' remains India's official currency with no change indicated.