Edison's Indian American Voters Deliver a Historic 107-Point District Swing as the Township's Restaurant Scene Tops 50
Edison's Indian American community made headlines on multiple fronts, from a dramatic 107-point electoral swing in the township's Indian shopping district along Oak Tree Road to statewide recognition of a restaurant scene that now encompasses more than 50 establishments, while faith traditions and new restaurant openings continued to reflect the vitality of one of New Jersey's most dynamic South Asian communities.
🗳️ Edison's District 78 Delivers 107-Point Swing in Sherrill's Historic Gubernatorial Victory
On election night in November 2025, Mikie Sherrill made history by becoming only the second woman ever elected governor of New Jersey. Behind that headline lies a story about the growing political power of New Jersey's Indian American community. In New Jersey, one in five residents is foreign-born and India is the leading country of origin among immigrant groups. Indian Americans, described as one of the largest and fastest-growing immigrant populations in the state, had long remained underrepresented in civic and political life. Nowhere was the community's electoral impact more dramatic than in Edison's District 78, the heart of the Indian shopping district along Oak Tree Road, which swung from plus 30 for Trump to plus 76 for Sherrill — an astounding 107-point shift. Middlesex County, which holds the highest concentration of Indian Americans in the United States, recorded the greatest increase in voter turnout statewide, rising 13 percent compared to the 2021 governor's race. Sherrill's margin in Middlesex County grew from plus 9 for Harris in 2020 to plus 25. In Parsippany, where Indian Americans make up more than a quarter of the population, Sherrill won by 27 points, a decisive factor in carrying Morris County. That same night, Diya Patel, a first-time Gen Z candidate, was elected to the Parsippany town council. Community outreach led by Jash Gill, Sherrill's AAPI/MENA Base Vote Director, was credited with driving these historic results. [3]
🍛 New Jersey Monthly Maps Edison's Expanding Indian Restaurant Scene with a 50-Plus Destination Guide
New Jersey Monthly has published a comprehensive guide to exploring Edison's more than 50 Indian restaurants, placing the township among New Jersey's most significant dining destinations. The guide appears in the magazine's Eat and Drink section, which regularly features the best new restaurants and top restaurants organized by city across the state. New Jersey Monthly is a well-established statewide publication with editorial coverage spanning dining, travel, arts, health, and lifestyle. The guide's title signals that Edison now counts more than 50 Indian restaurants worthy of exploration, a figure that reflects decades of growth in the township's South Asian food scene. With its coverage in a statewide publication, Edison's Indian restaurant corridor receives recognition extending well beyond Middlesex County. New Jersey Monthly's dining coverage includes restaurant reviews, new restaurant openings, and a best-restaurants-in-NJ list, and the Edison guide fits within the magazine's broader framework of top restaurants by city. The guide offers residents and visitors a roadmap to a restaurant scene that spans a wide variety of regional Indian cuisines and dining formats. The publication's focus on Edison's Indian restaurants affirms the township's reputation as a cultural and culinary center for South Asian food in New Jersey. The guide also appears in context alongside New Jersey Monthly's broader coverage of the things visitors must do across the state. [1]
🪔 BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha Gathers Edison Community for Diwali and Annakut Celebration in 2025
BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha, the global Hindu spiritual organization, hosted its Diwali and Annakut Celebration in Edison, New Jersey in 2025. The event was documented and shared through the organization's official news platform, which reports on spiritual and cultural activities across its worldwide network. BAPS operates a global network of centers spanning North America, the United Kingdom and Europe, Africa, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East, in addition to its broad presence throughout India. The organization's programs encompass spiritual living, humanitarian services, cultural and heritage initiatives, and individual development. Diwali and Annakut are among the most significant observances in the Swaminarayan tradition, marking the Hindu festival of lights and the devotional offering of food associated with the new year. BAPS holds these celebrations at centers across its global network, bringing together devotees for collective worship and community fellowship. The Edison celebration is part of BAPS's North American activities and reflects the organization's longstanding presence in Middlesex County's South Asian community. In addition to major festivals, BAPS maintains regular Satsang Sabha assemblies and conducts Satsang examinations for its members. The organization also offers a range of publications, audio resources, and digital materials to support devotees. The 2025 Diwali and Annakut Celebration in Edison represents one of the annual highlights of the local Hindu faith calendar. [2]
🍛 Former Menlo Park Diner Gives Way to House of Bombay Indian Restaurant in Edison Township
TAPinto Edison has reported that the former Menlo Park Diner in Edison Township has been converted into House of Bombay, a new Indian restaurant. The story was published under the Food and Drink section of TAPinto Edison, the township's neighborhood news outlet, with editor Jacob Turchi credited for the coverage. The House of Bombay now occupies the site that previously housed the Menlo Park Diner, representing a significant transformation in that commercial location. TAPinto Edison accompanied the report with more than ten photographs documenting the restaurant's interior and exterior spaces. The photographs show the new establishment under the House of Bombay name, with the restaurant appearing fully operational at the time TAPinto staff visited for the story. TAPinto's local Edison platform focuses on neighborhood news across categories including food and drink, business, and community developments in Edison Township. The Food and Drink section of TAPinto Edison provides ongoing coverage of restaurant openings, menu changes, and shifts in the township's dining landscape. The transition from the Menlo Park Diner to House of Bombay Indian Restaurant reflects the continued evolution of Edison's commercial food scene. Jacob Turchi serves as editor of TAPinto Edison and maintains a contact and biography page on the TAPinto platform. The story adds to a broader picture of Edison's restaurant market, where Indian dining has become a defining feature of the township's culinary identity. [5]
Sources: [3] Insider NJ · [1] New Jersey Monthly Magazine · [2] BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha · [5] TAPinto