Finance2h agoTimes of India

Government nod for 2 billion polymer banknotes of Rs 10 & Rs 20

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Government authorized RBI to print 2 billion polymer banknotes for field trials.
One billion each of Rs 10 and Rs 20 notes will be printed initially.
Minister Pankaj Chaudhary stated paper and polymer currency will coexist.
RBI floated a tender to source material for the polymer notes.
Polymer banknotes have a significantly higher lifespan than paper notes.

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CenterNDTV
Govt Clears RBI Pilot For Rs 10, Rs 20 Plastic Currency Notes
The outlet presents the government's approval as a routine policy update without commentary.
RightMoneycontrol
Govt okays trial of Rs 10, Rs 20 polymer notes, no plan to replace paper currency
The report frames the trial as a pragmatic, cost-effective move by the government, with no disruption to current currency.

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