Newly designed Rs 1,000 banknotes come into circulation today
Summary
Nepal Rastra Bank has put a newly designed Rs 1,000 banknote into circulation, featuring Mount Everest, rhododendron watermarks, and enhanced tactile marks for visually impaired users. The note also includes an image of goddess Bhagwati and new security elements, with Governor Prof Dr Bishwanath Poudel’s signature.
Key Points
- Nepal Rastra Bank has started circulating a newly designed Rs 1,000 banknote from Thursday.
- The Series 2025 note keeps the same size but introduces a pale green and purple colour scheme with new security and tactile features.
- The front shows Mount Everest, rhododendron watermarks, and raised markings to help visually impaired people identify the note.
- The back features Ram and Laxman, seven rhododendrons representing the provinces, and a historic pillar at Lhonchok in Hanumandhoka.
