Starting June 1, Bangladesh will introduce a new series of banknotes featuring the country’s historic and archaeological landmarks, replacing the current designs that include the portrait of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. The first phase will see the release of new 1,000, 50, and 20 Taka notes.
The redesigned notes, signed by the central bank governor Dr. Ahsan H. Mansur, mark a shift in the country’s currency aesthetics, emphasizing architectural heritage.
While the new series omits the image of the founding leader, authorities have clarified that all existing paper notes and coins will remain legal tender.
Initially, the new notes will be issued from the Motijheel office of the central bank and gradually distributed through other branches nationwide.
As part of the launch, non-negotiable specimen notes for collectors will also be made available at the Taka Museum in Mirpur.
This move is being viewed as a significant transformation in Bangladesh’s monetary policy, combining modernization in design with a focus on cultural identity.
