Gandhi demanded that the Centre give a compensation of Rs 25,000 to below poverty line families.
He also said that income tax and sales tax rebate of 50% should be given to small shopkeepers and businessmen.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the scrapping of high-denomination currency notes on November 8, and subsequently sought 50 days to put things in order.
In a tweet, Chidambaram asked: “PM (Prime Minister) asked for forbearance until December 30. That is over. Why are restrictions on withdrawing money continuing?”
“Will all ATMs be functional and have sufficient cash from Jan 2? If not, why not?”
“Will there be no demand hereafter for black money capitation fee for admission to medical and engineering colleges,” he asked.
“Will no bribes be given or taken after Jan 2?”
While announcing the landmark decision, he had asked the people to give 50 days for demonetisation and getting accustomed to a cashless economy.
