Shree Umiya Dham Hindu Temple — Attraction in Edison

I had a very disappointing experience when I called the temple around 7:30 PM to inquire about ordering tiffin takeout. The person who answered the phone spoke to me with unnecessary rudeness, simply stating the cook leaves at 7 PM—as if I was expected to know that without any prior communication. There was no courtesy, no explanation, and no respect.

As a place of worship and service, the temple should uphold values of kindness, understanding, and humility in every interaction—not just during prayer or pooja, but in daily dealings with devotees. Basic respect and clear communication are the least anyone should expect.

It is unfortunate that while focus is placed on collecting donations and filling the Hundi, the same attention is not given to offering a welcoming experience. I truly hope the management reflects on this and takes steps to improve how people are treated—because devotion should never be met...

This review is for the ppl who comes to the temple and the way they park their cars. None of them have any sense where to park. Most of them park their cars at the both side of the road(Minebrook road).Road is pretty narrow but they park everywhere and the both side of the road. Today I saw someone parked in the middle of the road and left for temple.Really? Temple itself have huge parking lot which they don't enforced ppl to use but instead they use road side parking in very wrong way. They have nobody or even traffic guard or any volunteers who would direct them. Sorrounding of temple itself is very dirty with lots of potholes that they don't care to fix. Shame on temple management!!! This is the way you are keeping holy place of your kuldevi mother goddess? I hope someone from your team would see my review and do something very soon. Show some true and real respect to Mataji. It's not always...

I had a disappointing experience with one of the trustees, Mr. Kanu. His attitude toward children, especially very young ones, was concerning. On multiple occasions, he was seen yelling at kids—including toddlers as young as two years old—for making small noises. It was disheartening to see such harsh behavior directed at innocent children who are naturally expressive at that age.

What makes it more frustrating is that while he was quick to scold toddlers, he did not seem to address adults who were talking loudly in the prayer hall. This inconsistent and aggressive behavior felt unfair and created an unwelcoming atmosphere for families with young children.

I hope the temple management takes note of this and encourages all trustees to foster a more compassionate and inclusive environment, especially in a place meant for...