Seven held in Bengaluru for printing and circulating fake ₹500 notes worth ₹21.68 lakh
Seven people were arrested in Bengaluru for manufacturing and distributing counterfeit ₹500 notes, totaling ₹21.68 lakh. Police say the suspects operated a sophisticated printing setup. The case is part of a broader crackdown on illicit currency. If convicted, they could face substantial fines and imprisonment under the Indian Penal Code. The authorities also seized counterfeit notes and printing equipment.