A message currently making the rounds on WhatsApp has sparked confusion by falsely claiming that the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has directed banks to stop dispensing ₹500 notes from ATMs by September 2025. This claim, however, is entirely unfounded.

The Press Information Bureau’s Fact Check Unit has stepped in to clarify the matter, labelling the viral message as false and misleading. According to the official statement, the RBI has issued no such instruction to any bank or financial institution. Moreover, the RBI has not announced any plans to withdraw ₹500 notes, which remain legal tender and are freely circulating.

Such misinformation often spreads rapidly via social media and messaging platforms, sowing unnecessary panic among the public. The PIB has urged citizens to rely solely on verified and official channels when it comes to financial or regulatory updates, especially those concerning currency.

In conclusion, ₹500 notes will continue to be valid and there is no RBI directive to stop their disbursal from ATMs. Members of the public are advised to refrain from sharing unverified content and to check facts through official government sources before circulating such claims.