Rakesh Chauhan, a 33-year-old Indian seafarer, died in Venezuela's Falcón state on May 7 after a heart attack, as per a Venezuelan medical certificate.However, an autopsy in Uttar Pradesh after his repatriation revealed his brain, heart, lungs, liver, kidneys, stomach, and intestines were missing.His family alleges murder, with the Forward Seamen’s Union of India (FSUI) and lawmakers supporting the case.

The Indian external affairs ministry has requested a Venezuelan investigation, with the embassy emphasizing a thorough probe into the 'desecration and removal of organs.' The case was first raised by FSUI after Chauhan's body was returned two months post-death.Doctors could not determine the cause of death due to the missing organs.CPI-M lawmaker John Brittas urged a comprehensive Venezuelan account.The incident highlights diplomatic tensions and concerns over posthumous bodily integrity.