Hima Das is an Indian sprinter born on 9th January 2000. She hails from the Dhing village of Nagaon district of Assam. She represents India internationally in 400m and 4"400m events. Background ... Learn about Hima Das , the Assam-born sprinter who made history by winning a gold medal at the IAAF World Under-20 Championships 2018. Find out her biography, records, age and social media links. Hima Das is an Indian sprinter from Assam who holds the national record in 400 m and won gold medals at the 2018 Asian Games and World U20 Championships. She is also a Deputy Superintendent of Police in Assam Police and a UNICEF Youth Ambassador. Hima Das, fondly known as the “ Dhing Express ,” is one of India’s most promising and celebrated sprinters. She is the first Indian athlete to win a gold medal in a global track event and continues to be a beacon of hope and inspiration for millions across India and beyond.