Gather the group at the campus meeting point and book 1–2 shared Rapido/Uber rides toward Lulu Mall to split cost and save time. Confirm pickup point and seat count before booking.
Visit the large, air-conditioned Lulu Mall for shopping, window-shopping, or the gaming zone; the mall is usually open from about 10:30–22:00 so it's perfect for a morning/early afternoon stop. Entry is free; pick up any required items or enjoy the mall ambience.
Eat at the mall food court where you can find economical choices (South Indian thali or dosa stalls, quick continental, or a bakery). Popular, budget-friendly options inside many malls include Sagar Ratna/A2B-style counters or multi-cuisine food courts — good for groups and quick service (food court hours ~11:00–22:00).
Take a cab/auto toward Lalbagh; this central garden is roughly a 25–40 minute ride depending on traffic and gets you into the green heart of the city. Booking a shared ride or splitting an Uber/Rapido keeps per-person cost down.
Stroll the historic botanical gardens (famous glasshouse, lake and ancient rock). Lalbagh is open 6:00–19:00 so afternoon visits are convenient for walking and photos; it's a calm contrast to the mall.
Short cab/auto ride to Church Street / Brigade Road for a lively stretch of cafés, bookstores and small shops; travel time is usually 10–25 minutes depending on route.
Relax with filter coffee or tea at a café on Church Street and browse souvenir stalls and small boutiques. Shops and cafés are typically open from mid-morning into the evening, and this area is great for affordable buys and people-watching.
If the group wants a few quick purchases, walk short stretches of Brigade/Commercial for inexpensive accessories and street snacks — many stores stay open until 9:00pm. Keep purchases small to stay within budget.
Book 1–2 shared cabs back to MAHE Thanisandra; splitting the fare among 4–6 will keep the per-person transport cost low and get you back in good time (aim to leave central Bangalore by 5:30–6:00 to beat late-evening congestion).
If you want dinner after returning, try local and budget-friendly spots near Thanisandra such as A2B (Adyar Anand Bhavan) or a campus canteen for South Indian thalis and dosas — both are economical and generally open into the evening. Alternatively, plan dinner at home/campus to keep the day's cost under budget.