No ‘Thala’ on Coin: Dept. of Economic Affairs dispels Claims of ‘New ₹7 Coin honouring MS Dhoni’

The Department of Economic Affairs has dispelled rumors about the release of a new ₹7 coin honoring cricket legend MS Dhoni. These rumors had gained traction, with claims circulating about the government minting a special coin to commemorate Dhoni’s contributions to Indian cricket. The Department clarified that no such coin had been authorized or released, calling the claims misleading. Officials emphasized that there was no official recognition in the form of a commemorative coin for Dhoni at that time. The clarification aims to prevent misinformation from spreading and to ensure the public is aware that the purported coin is not an official issue.