<h1>Demonetization Sparks Chaos: Long Lines, Cash Shortages at Banks and ATMs; Government Extends Old Note Use for 72 Hours.</h1> Banks and ATMs experienced increased chaos and longer queues as people rushed to exchange and withdraw money following the demonetization of high-value currency notes. Many ATMs ran out of cash quickly, leaving customers, including the elderly and women, frustrated and agitated due to insufficient infrastructure and non-functional machines. This situation led to reports of scuffles and heated exchanges between customers and bank staff. The government extended the use of old currency notes for essential payments by 72 hours to alleviate the situation. Bankers predict the chaos may persist for another 8-10 days, with concerns over potential unruly crowds and inadequate security.