The People's Guardian Party (hi:लोक रक्षक) of India was founded in January 2009, by Arun Bhatia. Bhatia is its Chairman and President. Background In 2004 Bhatia contested the parliamentary election as an independent candidate from Pune. Ideology The ideology of the People's Guardian Party is to: Give every honest Indian freedom from fear Eliminate mafia rule Drive change from Pune. The party is registered with the Election Commission of India, New Delhi. Support In the 2004 election Bhatia received ~60,000 votes. He supported Durga Shakti Nagpal's action against the sand mafia. See also List of political parties in India References Ideology External links Election Commission of India Political parties in India Political parties established in 2009 2009 establishments in Maharashtra