Dr. R. Tumas, elected Panevėžys Resident of the Year: “I don’t feel deserved because I do my job”



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The surgeon Rimvydas Tumas, doctor at the Panevėžys Republican Hospital, Asta Malčiauskienė, Director of the Panevėžys Educational Center, Dainius Janėnas, General Director of the UAB Naftėnas, Artistic Director of the Panevėžys Juozas Miltinis Dramatic Theater, the director Alekras Špilevosandus Residents, and the actor Alekrassandus ResidentsŠpilevosandus Špileraskös of Panevėžys in 2020.

Not used to so much attention

It was decided to award the award to RT

The doctor, who won an honorable award, made no secret of not getting used to such care.

“I don’t feel worthy because I’m doing my job. Too much honor for me, but it is good to know that such an award has been awarded. However, I keep wondering if I am worthy of such an award. Although I was born in Kaunas, I have been living in Panevėžys for 40 years, so I am a true Panevėžys resident. I am glad to have been elected Panevėžys Resident of the Year. On the other hand, although I do not feel deserved, but there is someone who is used to attracting attention. However, I am happy with the award and I look at everything in a positive way, although it is a difficult moment ”, admitted R. Tumas to the JP news portal.

Teamwork Award

The director of the Panevėžys Education Center, A.Malčiauskien, was praised for his merits in the education of the city: during the pandemic, the promotion of active cooperation of the educational community of the city of Panevėžys, constant training, the dissemination of experiences, the initiation of remote meetings, the effective operation of the Panevėžys RoboLabas Robotics Center, successfully developing and implementing educational projects in the city and in the countryside.

“This is not my only award, but it is dedicated to the entire educational community, because the team from all the Panevėžys school communities and the Education Center participate in the activities. We work together all the time and thanks to a great team we achieve results, which is why the honorary Panevėžys of the year award is awarded.

It is gratifying to be so appreciated, but I will hold the honorable award in the most honorable place when it is awarded and explain to you that it is the result of teamwork. One person is a small bit, but when all the bits come together, a great result is achieved ”, A. Malčiauskienė is proud of the award.

The award is not personal

Mr. Janėnas, Director of the Naftėnas company, was awarded for his successful long-term management of the company, his active participation in the activities of the Panevėžys business community and his support for the social and sporting life of the city. The Panevėžys football team, supported by the company, rose to league A within a few years and won the LFF Cup.

Mr. Janėnas, director of the Naftėnas company, sincerely said that the news was unexpected.

“When I found out, I was surprised, even though I knew that the Panevėžys Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Crafts had offered me my candidacy. But I really didn’t think they would nominate me. There are more people who deserve such an honorable title. In addition, I believe that this award is not only my staff, but also the work team and the sports club “Panevėžys”, – said D. Janėnas and said he is proud of the award.

The news patted the heart

For the director, actor, artistic director of J. Miltinis Drama Theater A.Špilevas, the award is given to professionalism, originality of artistic ideas, ability to gather and inspire a team, diligence, empathy, determination and initiative.

The artistic director of J. Miltinis Drama Theater explained that he was surprised by the Panevėžys of the Year nomination.

“An unexpected message. Theater people are used to other awards. Recently, I just learned that Panevėžys residents of the year are being elected in Panevėžys. I am from Panevėžys, I have returned to work in the theater and to make Panevėžys famous. I was having fun when I found out about the nomination. Pat the heart of the news. However, I am even more looking forward to the theater opening its doors to the public and we can invite them to the premieres, which are now ready for the show, ”said A. Špilevojus excitedly.

Will hold a concert

Actor and event host G. Mikalauskas was praised for his long-term special work in glorifying the city of Panevėžys, representing it, constantly spreading a positive image, and as the embodiment of the ambassador of the city of Panevėžys.

G.Mikalauskas did not hide his emotion after knowing the honorable award.

“I was born and raised in Panevėžys, so, as I say, I am in exile, but this city is dear and important to me. Especially since there are many good and significant things related to the capital of Aukštaitija. During the long friendship, the Vytautas Mikalauskas School of Arts also appeared. I’m not worried about awards, but when I appreciate works with such a strong name, I feel proud. I am engaged to Panevėžys and promised a concert. As soon as possible, this concert will definitely be an event, to which I will invite all friends and acquaintances ”, said G. Mikalauskas and said that he was waiting for the award ceremony.

Rewards: after quarantine is relaxed

The people of Panevėžys in 2020 will be awarded with sculptures created by J. Lebednykas, and a solemn award ceremony will take place when the quarantine is relaxed.

Panevėžys residents of the year are awarded for promoting the city at home or abroad, achievements in education and science, business, culture and art, sports, environment and other fields, professional achievements, merits, competition, charity, support, financial assistance for important city events or projects, public activities, community building and promotion, ideas and initiatives to beautify, nurture, promote the city, volunteerism, citizenship education.

The Panevėžys Resident of the Year award can also be awarded on merit for life.



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