A social media post suggests new ₹500 banknotes would be printed on January 22, the day of the Ram Temple’s major consecration event, portraying Lord Ram instead of Mahatma Gandhi, Ayodhya’s Ram Mandir instead of the Red Fort, and a bow and arrow instead of spectacles The Reserve Bank of India’s website confirmed the design’s continuity.
A viral social media claim suggests new ₹500 banknotes will feature Lord Ram instead of Mahatma Gandhi, Ayodhya’s Ram Mandir instead of the Red Fort, and a bow and arrow instead of glasses on January 22, the day of the grand consecration ceremony of the Ram Temple. Investigation revealed the banknote image is false.
The image was shared by @raghunmurthy07. The rumor spread online, claiming the new ₹500 notes will be released on January 22.
The X user @raghunmurthy07 explained, “Someone has misused my creative work to spread misinformation on Twitter. I do not endorse or own the inaccuracies they have attributed to my work. I want my creativity to be accurately expressed. #misinformation #creativity.”
Divya Kamat, another X user, referenced a viral banknote post and commented, “Edited by my friend @raghunmurthy07, this piece is a product of creativity and not intended to be presented as notes. Please stop spreading misinformation.”
We also examined the RBI website for viral claim updates. After reviewing the ‘Know Your Notes’ section, we discovered that the ₹500 note design remains unchanged. The note features Mahatma Gandhi’s picture, the Red Fort, and glasses on the front and back.
Conclusion
A viral social media post suggests new ₹500 banknotes will be issued on January 22, the day of the grand consecration ceremony of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, featuring Lord Ram instead of Mahatma Gandhi, Ayodhya’s Ram Mandir instead of the Red Fort, and a bow and arrow instead of glasses Investigation revealed the banknote image is false. The photograph was shared by X user @raghunmurthy07, who denied supporting or owning the hoax.
