A viral social media claim suggesting the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will stop the circulation of Rs 500 notes after March 2026, rendering them invalid and unavailable from ATMs, has been debunked by the Press Information Bureau (PIB). The government's fact-checking agency confirmed that the RBI has made no such announcement. Rs 500 notes remain valid legal tender and will continue to be dispensed by ATMs. PIB urges the public to exercise caution against unverified social media messages.