Now police officials are saying they will not hand over his body till the investigation is over,' Lal said.

Kumar was the eldest of four siblings. He has two younger sisters and a younger brother.

'We appeal to the Indian government to ensure a fair trial there and help us in bringing back the body to India. We will also meet Minister of State for External Affairs Preneet Kaur, who is an elected MP from our area, to seek her personal intervention in this matter,' Lal added.

Derabassi town is around 20 km from state capital Chandigarh.