Web Desk: A deceptively realistic image of a “new” 1,000 rupee note has taken social media by storm in Pakistan prompting the State Bank to issue a swift and clear denial.
Karachi: A fabricated image of a thousand-rupee currency note has become an overnight sensation across various social media platforms, with countless users excitedly sharing it, convinced it’s Pakistan’s latest banknote from the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). The digital creation has been viewed an astounding 10 million times in Pakistan over the past 24 hours, spreading rapidly on platforms like TikTok and beyond.
Adding a twist to the viral phenomenon, a social media user has even stepped forward, claiming to have designed this very note back in 2024, essentially admitting to crafting the convincing fake that has captivated the nation.
However, the SBP has moved quickly to quash the widespread misconception, issuing a definitive statement clarifying that the circulating image of the currency note is entirely false and fabricated.
The central bank emphasized its established protocol for introducing new currency: any legitimate new banknote would be announced formally through official channels, including its website and social media platforms. Furthermore, the public would be directly informed via mainstream media outlets. The SBP urged citizens to remain vigilant and avoid being misled by such deceptive online content.
