Kolkata, June 6 -- Former Indian Army Chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane (Retd) has stressed the importance of adaptability in the face of evolving global security challenges, calling it the "need of the hour."

Speaking to reporters on current strategic priorities, he said, "The global situation has always been in a state of flux. The need of the hour is to be able to adapt to these changes, which are taking place and always keep our national interest in mind."

Naravane also highlighted the increasing role of unmanned aerial vehicles in modern warfare, pointing to India's recent $2 billion drone procurement as a key step in strengthening defence capabilities.

"Drones are not just quadcopters, but all kinds of unmanned aerial vehicles ...