Fake Currency Worth ₹17 Crore Found at Punjab National Bank Chest; SIT Probe Begins

Brief By Hindustan Times / 11:39 AM on 02 Sep 2026

An SIT is probing counterfeit currency worth ₹17 crore found at a PNB chest in Saharanpur. Three officials have been booked following an inquiry. Reserve Bank of India and bank have launched investigations. Officials said the irregularity emerged after a shortage was detected during currency verification.