Mumbai
According to official data, Rs 2,000 notes worth Rs 5,884 crore are still in circulation. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced the withdrawal of these notes on May 19, 2023, but they remain legal tender. The total value of Rs 2,000 notes has dropped from Rs 3.56 lakh crore in May 2023 to Rs 5,884 crore by September 30, 2025, meaning 98.35% have been returned. People can exchange or deposit these notes at RBI offices or via India Post.