Is 5000 Fake Note Series Circulating in Markets? State Bank Pakistan Official Clarification

An audio message claiming fake five-thousand-rupee notes circulate in Pakistan has gone viral on social media. The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) denies this rumour. Governor Jameel Ahmad confirms the double-H series Rs 5000 notes, printed for the past 18 months, are authentic. Check official SBP channels for facts.

An audio clip floating around on WhatsApp and X. It quotes the State Bank, warning about counterfeit Rs 5000 notes everywhere, which makes people start panicking in chats.

The State Bank has now cleared the air. They deny any such news about fake five-thousand-rupee notes. Hamariweb contacted them directly. Governor Jameel Ahmad responded personally. He stated the double-H series five-thousand-rupee notes are real.

The SBP has printed these double-H series Rs 5000 notes for the last 18 months. No fake versions match this series in circulation, per the bank. The public does not need to worry.

One of the spokespersons further added: Do not believe any other source, except the official social media platforms and website of the State Bank. Do not propagate audio messages and claims that are not verified.

This fake Rs 5000 note rumour demonstrates that rumours can go viral in Pakistan because of the use of social media. It is always good to check with the SBP sources before responding.

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