PIB flags fake RBI message circulating ahead of Diwali

The Press Information Bureau has warned the public about a fraudulent message falsely attributed to the Reserve Bank of India. The fake communication appears to be circulating in the run-up to Diwali and is designed to create an impression of a cash shortage. The PIB clarified that the message is not genuine and should not be acted upon. Citizens have been advised to verify any official-looking financial notices through authorised government and RBI channels before responding. The advisory aims to curb panic and protect people from potential fraud during the festive period.