Japanese companies Honda and Nissan plan to merge operations in response to tough business challenges, potentially affecting their global and Indian markets. The merger faces complexities in India due to independent production setups and Nissan's partnership with Renault.

The merger could help Honda and Nissan could integrate management resources, and technologies, and create deeper synergies

Both Honda and Nissan have tasted some degree of success in India, but have struggled to build on it. How will the merger impact their chances in India?