Caracas, July 3 -- The Indian Embassy in Venezuela on Thursday (local time) sought a thorough investigation by the Venezuelan authorities into the alleged desecration and removal of organs from the mortal remains of Indian sailor Rakesh Chauhan.

In a statement, the Embassy of India in Caracas said it has been pursuing the matter with the local authorities since the incident came to light.

"The Embassy of India, Caracas has sought a thorough investigation by Venezuelan authorities on the desecration and removal of organs of the mortal remains of late Shri. Rakesh Chauhan. Mission has continued to pursue this matter with the concerned local authorities since the incident came to light," the embassy said.

The development comes after Chauh...