Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s declaration to scrap off the current Rs 500 and Rs 1000 notes had created a big storm in India. The whole country is discussing on PM’s sensational decision.
Along with a sense of panic amongst masses, midnight saw a mad rush by citizens for bank ATMs to deposit currencies of these denominations in Cash Deposit Machines (CDMs) and withdrawing notes of lower denomination.
Even people hit the social media platforms to showcase their wit. And where there the twain of wit and Twitter shall meet, there you will find the ‘Nawab of Twitter, former India opener Virender Sehwag. He never misses a chance of sharing his views and trolling about something that is trending.
PM Modi’s announcement came on the day when the United States is witnessing Presidential Elections, being fought between Donald Trump and Hilary Clinton. Sehwag not only tweeted about PM Modi’s sudden decision but also about on-going USA elections.
Here’s How Sehwag Tweeted:
In America they will count Votes.
In India count Notes.
Tonight just notice d houses that dont have lights off,Note Counting On.#BlackMoney— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) November 8, 2016
Several other cricketing personalities like Anil Kumble, Mohammad Kaif, Harsha Bhogle and Aakash Chopra.
Massive googly bowled by our Hon. PM @narendramodi today. Well done Sir! Proud of you!!
— Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074) November 8, 2016
Really great move this to ban Rs.500 and Rs.1000 notes post midnight.
The timing and the secrecy, worth lauding.#NoToCorruption— Mohammad Kaif (@MohammadKaif) November 8, 2016
So no Rs 500/1000 notes from tonight. Interesting to see whether it ends up attacking black money. Hopefully will work.
— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) November 8, 2016
In one stroke of genius the issue of Black Money is tackled successfully…imagine the plight of someone storing 100Cr in cash now 😂😂
— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) November 8, 2016
All the ATMs are set to be shut on November 9th, restricting people to withdraw money in the form of Rs. 100 notes that day. However, PM Modi has revealed that people holding notes of Rs 500 and Rs 1000 can deposit that currency in their bank and post office accounts from November 10 till December 30.