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The Indian paints industry is projected to grow 8-10% in the March quarter, recovering from monsoon impacts. Berger Paints' MD, Abhijit Roy, states the entry of Birla Opus and the acquisition of Akzo Nobel India by JSW Group are having a manageable impact, with industry growth expected to return to healthy levels. He believes specialized paint companies retain an advantage over larger conglomerates.