In a snap Portuguese election, the centre-right Democratic Alliance narrowly beat the ruling Socialist Party, resulting in a hung parliament. Far-Right party Chega made significant gains. Prime Minister Antonio Costa resigned amid corruption allegations. PSD’s Luis Montenegro ruled out seeking Chega’s support due to its leader’s controversial stance. Costa’s handling of COVID and the economy earned praise, but criticism on immigration and corruption lingered. PSD-led government expected to tighten migration policies, potentially affecting Indian businesses. Costa aimed to strengthen Indo-Portuguese ties, positioning Portugal as “India’s gateway to Europe.” Costa’s political trajectory earned him the moniker “Gandhi of Lisbon.”