RBI releases new Rs 100 notes in lavender colour

The Reserve Bank of India on Thursday released the specimen of the new Rs 100 notes in Lavender colour, which will be soon issued. Reports suggest that the central bank will release the new Rs 100 note by next month.

The new note features the impression of Gujarat's Rani Ki Vav (stepwell). The size of this currency will be smaller than the present one, say reports. However, the old Rs 100 currency notes will not be affected by the new notes and will continue in circulation.

Reportedly, the printing of the new Rs 100 note has started in the printing press of Dewas.