A fresh alert has warned the public about a sudden rise in high-quality counterfeit ₹500 notes. These fakes are so convincingly crafted that even seasoned professionals are having difficulty spotting them.
From the print and ink to the texture of the paper, these counterfeit notes mirror the real ones almost perfectly, making them dangerously deceptive at first glance.
The One Typo You Need to Watch Out For
Spot the Misspelling
Despite the precision in replication, one tiny but crucial typo gives away the fake note:
The text “Reserve Bank of India” is incorrectly printed as “Resarve Bank of India”—with an ‘A’ replacing the ‘E’.
It’s a subtle error, easy to miss unless you’re actively checking. But this minor mistake could be your only clue in identifying a counterfeit.
Nationwide Alert Issued
Government agencies and financial institutions have been placed on high alert. A detailed advisory has been shared with:
- Intelligence and investigative agencies
- Regulatory bodies
- Commercial banks and financial institutions
Images of the suspected fake notes have also been circulated to help with quick identification.
Stay Alert, Stay Aware
As counterfeit techniques evolve, it becomes more important for everyone, from bank staff to regular citizens, to be vigilant. What appears to be a genuine ₹500 note might be a well-disguised fake.
So the next time you receive a ₹500 note, take a moment to inspect it. That single letter difference could be the key to spotting a counterfeit.
