Plastic notes in India get a likely release date: Here's what RBI Governor said

•RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra targets plastic currency notes for circulation at the beginning of the next financial year.

•Polymer banknotes are more durable than paper currency, suitable for lower-denomination notes with higher circulation.

•Field trials for ₹10 and ₹20 polymer notes are underway, with one billion pieces approved for testing.