Khamir in the Kukma district of Kachch is a platform for the crafts, heritage, and cultural ecology of the Kachchh region of Gujarat. It was founded in the aftermath of the 2001 earthquake to provide a venue for artisans, resource groups and institutions, buyers, suppliers, and craft enthusiasts from around the world to exchange ideas, collaborate, and learn. It works to strengthen and promote the rich artisanal traditions of Kachchh district. The name Khamir stands for Kachchh Heritage, Art, Music, Information, and Resources. Born in 2005, it serves as a platform for the promotion of traditional handicrafts and allied cultural practices, the processes involved in their creation, and the preservation of culture, community, and local environments. Their main aim is to shift consumer perspectives and raise the cultural value placed on crafts.